Paleo Tex-Mex Stuffed Avocados: A Delicious and Nutritious Snack!

Paleo Tex-Mex Stuffed Avocados: A Delicious and Nutritious Snack!

A flavorful tex-mex snack perfect for paleo eaters - made for visual appeal and culinary depth.

Time: (Prep, Cook, Total) Prep: 15 minutes, Cook: 20 minutes, Total: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Paleo

Allergens

Contains no common allergens unless specified.

Ingredients

  • 4 large ripe avocados 1 pound ground beef (grass
  • fed) 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained 1 packet taco seasoning (gluten
  • free) 4 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped 2 limes, juiced 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. a. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat. b. Add chopped onion and garlic, cook until softened. c. Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes, simmer for 5 minutes. d. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. e. Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop out a small portion of the flesh to create a well. f. Gently mix cilantro and lime juice into the beef mixture. Spoon the filling into each avocado well. g. Top with diced red onion and cherry tomatoes. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

Choose firm, yet yielding avocados for easier handling.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to personal preference.

Cultural or Historical Background

Tex-Mex cuisine is a fusion of Mexican and American foods, popularized in Texas.